by Charlie Harte

Sometimes we receive inquiries for some part which is actually one step of many in a project. For example, an RFQ might call for a machined part. Later, the part will then be welded into something and the final thing assembled. This is not unusual, but these later steps were not included in the RFQ and we only learned of them later.

As our main article points out, such information would be useful to have at the start of a buyer’s search. A company like the one we are promoting below would be more appropriate and more interested in bidding if this knowledge is available.

For this sort of work we have a particularly good source, and the good news is that it’s all in one location. If you might consider a single source for turn-key service from the initial raw material stage through machining, welding, finishing, assembly, inventorying, packaging and delivery, we’ve got an excellent candidate.

This company has several and varied precision horizontal and vertical machining centers up to 4-axis, a variety of turning centers–4 with bar feeders, and an array of grinders, 8 burnishing tubs and polishing wheels for finishing.

For the welding requirements the company has MIG, TIG and spot welding, including semi-automatic pulse-tig welding; solder and brazing, along with pressure testing.

The company builds production assemblies for their customers with multi-level BOM’s with as many as 150 unique SKU components. Blister pack and foam packaging is available, and the company offers inventory management, JIT stocking and kanban programs.

If you would benefit from a high quality company that can machine, weld, assemble, package, and inventory your work, then please call (513) 489-5252 or email us at charte@proficientsourcing.com. We’re standing by, ready to address your inquiry.   Many happy customers have done just that!

About the author 

Charlie Harte

I’ve built this business based upon my 30+ years in manufacturing sourcing and productivity improvements, where I’ve developed strong relationships with a network of local and global suppliers who’ve demonstrated on-time delivery, parts built to spec, excellent service and value. This means HAPPY CUSTOMERS!

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